Publications by authors named "Alipio De Almeida"
Investigation of animal health and husbandry practices in smallholder pig production systems in Timor-Leste.
Vet Parasitol Reg Stud Reports
December 2021
Article Synopsis
- Enhanced pig productivity is essential for improving financial and food security in Timor-Leste, where poverty and malnutrition are prevalent, but pig health issues are a significant barrier.
- A study of 120 pig owners revealed poor management practices, with heavy reliance on household scraps, inadequate veterinary care, and high piglet mortality rates leading to low overall productivity.
- Recommendations include improving animal health services, providing better education on pig management, and addressing issues like uncontrolled breeding to combat low productivity and the threat of diseases such as African swine fever.